GERM 3013 - Translation: Practice and Theory (German)
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GERM 3013 Course Translation: Practice and Theory (German) Coordinating Unit German Studies Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites GERM 3203 or GERM 3221 Assumed Knowledge GERM 3203 or GERM 3221 Restrictions A student can enrol in a second iteration of the course, but only one of FREN 3013, LING 3021, SPAN 3008 Assessment Regular Translation Exercises 40%, Major Translation Project(s) 45%, Report/Reflective Essay 15% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Stefan Hajduk
Dr. Stefan Hajduk
Dr. Simon WalshCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of translation.
2. Apply these principles and practices to specific translation tasks, using language appropriate to the genre and context of the source document.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the way in which translation as a generalized practice informs language-specific translation problems and vice-versa.
4. Make appropriate use of various translation tools, including dictionaries and online resources.
5. Produce accurate translations of documents adhering to strict guidelines and deadlines.
6. Work productively with their peers on research and translation projects.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the interpersonal and intercultural role played by translation, and by language more generally.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 3, 7 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2, 3 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
2, 4, 5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
2, 7 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
No required resources other than access to a variety of German-English and German-German dictionaries (see Recommended Resources).Recommended Resources
Students should not rely on one single dictionary source for translation work, but draw on a range of sources appropriate to each task. This includes not only German-English dictionaries but also German-German dictionaries, which are often helpful for clarifying meaning. There are various on-line bilingual dictionaries such as:
https://dict.tu-chemnitz.de/dings.cgi?lang=de
https://dict.leo.org/german-english/eroeffnen
https://www.dict.cc/
https://www.linguee.com/
https://translate.google.com.au/
An excellent resource for both bi- and monolingual dictionaries are those from the publishing houses Duden, Collins and Langenscheidt. Print dictionaries are important resources as they sometimes provide information not available in on-line versions. The library has multiple copies of these, but students might want to consider purchasing at least one these.Online Learning
https://dict.tu-chemnitz.de/dings.cgi?lang=de
https://dict.leo.org/german-english/eroeffnen
https://www.dict.cc/
https://www.linguee.com/
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
There are three contact hours per week in this course: 1 lecture (given in English) and a 2-hour seminar for practical translation work.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
3 hours of classes per week 36 hours per semester
6 hours of assignment/class work preparation per week 72 hours per semester
3 hours reading/research per week 36 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD 144 hours per semesterLearning Activities Summary
The lecture hour, which will be attended by students undertaking the French, German, Spanish and Linguistic versions of the course, will be given in English. It will focus on the various theories and approaches to translation. In the two-hour seminar, the emphasis will be on practical translation activities, in both directions. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Regular translation exercises (approx. 200 words), including test(s) 40%
Major translation projects 25%
Exegesis on major project 15%
Subtitling project 10%
Exegesis on Subtitling project 10%Assessment Related Requirements
The guidelines relating to presentation, submission and assessment of work are as follows:
1. Presentation of Work
All work handed in should be clearly labelled with the student’s name and class and also with the name of the staff member for whom it is intended. It should be written on alternate lines (double spaced and in a font no less than 12 point, if typed), for greater clarity and to allow ample room for correction. For essay work, attention should be given to the correct setting out of quotations and bibliographical material.
2. Deadlines
Assignments must be submitted on a regular basis, by noon on the date indicated in each case (a penalty of 2% per day late will be applied and no mark can be given once the particular assignment has been returned and discussed in class). However, any student experiencing difficulties (due to documentated cases of health problems or personal hardship) should contact the Course Coordinator. The onus is on the student, however, to make such an approach—before the due date. Essays handed in after the due date will have the same penalties deducted and will not be marked at all if they are over one week late, unless an extension has been granted.
Extensions can only be sought in advance of the due date under the provisions of the Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy or the Reasonable Adjustments for Teaching and Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy.Assessment Detail
See the Course Booklet for a detailed presentation of the assessment procedures.Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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